Senior Operations Director

1 month ago

Holywell, United Kingdom ALKEGEN Full time

Job Requirements

Why work for us?

Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.

With over 60 manufacturing facilities and a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.

Role Overview

The Sr. Operations Director is a pivotal role responsible for driving operational strategy across the entirety of the Business Unit. Reporting directly to the President, this role is tasked with analyzing and predicting financial results and developing strategies to drive EBITDA and mitigate risks. This position may also be involved in due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, as well as the integration of acquired companies within Alkegen. Additionally, this role identifies and develops strategies for plant consolidations, supply chain optimization, inventory control, and capacity increase across the Business Unit.

Responsibilities

Drive Profitable Growth:

· Financial Acumen: Analyze items and make decisions through a financial lens. Understand products, markets, financials, sales, and operations. Strong analytical skills, budget and P&L management, ROI, EBITDA, and capital management. Drive results to achieve short-term and long-term financial targets.

Create Alignment and Accountability:

· Strategy: Set the vision and strategy for Plant Managers; gain alignment and excel in execution. Actively integrate newly acquired companies into the Business Unit to maximize value.

· General Management: Effectively manage complexity and multiple issues. Control costs and drive business results, balancing short-term and long-term needs. Evaluate potential acquisition targets for operational and financial robustness.

Build Strategic Partnerships:

· Leadership: Model Alkegen’s Core Values consistently. Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and take informed risks to achieve business objectives. Lead by example with a strong presence and accountability. Exhibit cultural sensitivity and work across cultures. Strong communication skills are required.

· Innovation: Champion new ideas and motivate key stakeholders to pursue innovation. Share a sense of purpose and passion for new opportunities. Exhibit an entrepreneurial mindset.

Enhance Organizational Talent:

· Talent Development: Build a highly engaged organization and motivate the team. Hire and develop great talent, drive a performance mindset, and replace underperforming team members. Develop leadership across disciplines and cultures.

Key Competencies

· Model Alkegen Core Values consistently.

· Exhibit excellent process management and change management skills.

· Build relationships that enable effective leading, coaching, and development of team members.

· Solve problems efficiently and balance priorities under pressure.

· Demonstrate influencing and networking skills to drive results internally and externally.

· Communicate clearly with all stakeholder groups; build trust and respect quickly.

· Manage deadlines effectively, drive execution, and have a bias towards action.

· Display sound economic thinking skills and financial acumen.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field required; MBA preferred.

· 10-15 years of related experience in Manufacturing and Operations Management, particularly in continuous operations and capital-intensive operations. Proven history of leading manufacturing operations successfully.

· Track record of safety dedication and driving/supporting safety improvements.

· Involvement in supply chain, quality, safety, engineering, planning, and logistics activities.

· Experience with Lean, Total Productive Maintenance, and/or Six Sigma tools.

· Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.

· Experience prioritizing capital projects and establishing annual business plans.

· Skilled in financial analysis of operational performance.

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion are central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth and innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.

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